Oil and Gas
The Bond Pearce oil and gas team is characterised by its familiarity with the oil and gas industry.
"We have lawyers who have worked in-house for oil and gas companies," partner Paul Stockley says. "We understand the industry and our grasp of legal principles means we can translate them into effective advice whether relating to UK operations or in respect of issues in overseas jurisdictions. The UKCS oil and gas business model is a pretty portable product."
Bond Pearce's status in the energy sector proves attractive to lawyers working in-house for oil and gas companies. It is an equally compelling reason for the management of smaller companies to seek advice.
"We advise on all aspects of the oil and gas business from exploration and production, to transportation and downstream issues," Paul says.
"New entrants in the market - perhaps taking over an asset in the North Sea, for example - need legal advice from people who understand the industry. We can help with Licence acquisitions, joint venture arrangements and finance, including private equity, debt or AIM listings".
"We're equally at home advising in Algeria, Azerbaijan or other jurisdictions as we are on the UK continental shelf (UKCS)," Paul says.
"We have many years' experience upstream and downstream that's at the disposal of clients at all levels - and in all sectors of the oil and gas industry
